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US3741356A
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Control linkage for master and transmission clutches
Assignee: Deutz Allis Corp
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Filing: 1971-12-13
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Granted: 1973-06-26
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Expires: 1991-12-13
Abstract
Abstract A vehicle brake and transmission control having a hand latch to selectively disengage one or two clutches while engaging the brake with a foot control lever.
Inventors
- 👤 G Sieren
- 👤 K Hansen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 19:12
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60W; B60W10/00; B60W10/18; B60W10/02; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T74/00; Y10T74/20; Y10T74/20012; Y10T74/20018; Y10T74/20055; Y10T74/20073
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
101 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means comprising, a mounting bracket adapted for mounting on a vehicle, a pedal pivotally mounted on said bracket, a first clutch, a clutch actuating mechanism connected between said pedal and said clutch for selectively engaging and disengaging said first clutch, a second clutch, a second clutch actuating means for selectively engaging and disengaging said second clutch including, a latch on said pedal, a latch engaging mechanism including, a latch engaging control lever pivoted on said bracket for selectively latching said second clutch actuating means on said pedal to operate said second clutch when said pedal is pivoted.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
101 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means comprising, a mounting bracket adapted for mounting on a vehicle, a pedal pivotally mounted on said bracket, a first clutch, a clutch actuating mechanism connected between said pedal and said clutch for selectively engaging and disengaging said first clutch, a second clutch, a second clutch actuating means for selectively engaging and disengaging said second clutch including, a latch on said pedal, a latch engaging mechanism including, a latch engaging control lever pivoted on said bracket for selectively latching said second clutch actuating means on said pedal to operate said second clutch when said pedal is pivoted.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said clutch pedal defines a foot peDal for operating said clutches.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
57 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said pedal comprises a foot pedal, said latch engaging mechanism includes a hand lever, a latch engaging lever connected to said hand lever to selectively engage said second clutch actuating means with said pedal to thereby operate said second clutch when said pedal is pivoted.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
71 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said first clutch defines a hydraulic clutch for use in a power shift transmission, said second clutch defines a manually operated clutch adapted for disconnecting the engine from the power train of said vehicle, said pedal thereby disengaging a hydraulic clutch in said power shift transmission and disengaging the engine from said transmission to facilitate starting of the vehicle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
63 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said latch engaging mechanism for selectively latching said second clutch actuating means includes a push button, said latch engaging lever connected to said push button in said second clutch actuating means for connecting said pedal to said second clutch actuating means for operating said second clutch when said pedal is pivoted.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
51 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said second clutch actuating means includes a pin, a latch arm on said pedal, said latch engaging mechanism thereby positioning said pin on said latch arm of said pedal to disengage said second clutch when said pedal is pivoted.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
65 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said latch engaging mechanism includes a latch engaging lever pivotally mounted on said bracket, said lever including means connected to said second clutch engaging means, said latch engaging lever pivotally connecting said second clutch engaging means with said latch of said pedal to thereby disengage said second clutch when said pedal is depressed.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
87 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1, wherein said breacket defines a first slot, said latch engaging mechanism including a latch lever defining a second slot adapted for alignment with said first slot in said bracket, said second clutch engaging mechanism including a pin received in said slots, said pedal defining a latch arm, said latch engaging means thereby aligning said slots for positioning said pin on said latch arm of said pedal for disengaging said second clutch when said pedal is pivoted.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
52 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said pedal defines a latch arm, said second clutch actuating mechanism includes a clevis receiving a pin, said latch engaging mechanism thereby positioning said pin on said latch arm to thereby disengage said second clutch of said pedal as depressed.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
95 words
A vehicle clutch actuating means as set forth in claim 1 wherein said latch engaging mechanism includes a lever and a spring biasing said lever to a return position to prevent connection between said second clutch actuating means and said pedal, a pedal return spring for returning said clutch to a retracted position, said latch engaging mechanism including a push button, means connecting said push button to said lever for selectively connecting said second clutch engaging mechanism with said latch of said pedal to thereby disengage said second clutch while said clutch pedal is pivoted.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-06-25 | 1976-12-25 | 1977-06-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-06-25 | 1980-12-25 | 1981-06-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-06-25 | 1984-12-25 | 1985-06-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |